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The magic of numbers. Tarot card King of Cups - meaning, interpretation and layouts in fortune telling King of Cups description of a man

Fortune telling with tarot cards is a whole science, mysterious and almost incomprehensible to the uninitiated. It is based on mysterious signs and symbols that are not so easy to understand. In this article we will talk about one such symbol (and in this case, a card). The meaning of the King of Cups (tarot) independently in different layouts, as well as in combination with other cards and arcana, will be the primary topic of our discussion.

Symbolism

Many maps are primarily interpreted in terms of associativity. A person whose personality can be characterized by exceptional wisdom and thoughtfulness - this is how the King of Cups (tarot) appears. The meaning (in relationships, work, etc.) is determined depending on the layout in which the card appears.

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The King of Cups is described as follows - a ruler with all the attributes due to him, such as the throne on which he sits, the scepter and the golden cup, as symbols of his unshakable power. In addition, the entire pose of the person depicted on the card expresses positive character traits.

Positive meaning

Based on the association, it should be noted that the meaning of the King of Cups tarot is very positive. It carries messages such as external calm, which is always inextricably linked with prudence and thoughtfulness, as well as firm determination in action, the right choice and wisdom. These qualities also imply reliability, security and support. Help in this case is associated with selflessness; the card is enveloped in an aura of warmth and light.

General value

The general meaning of the King of Cups (tarot) is expressed in the masculine aspect. This is the water element, which is projected onto the real world in an effort to gain new experience and secret knowledge, return to the origins of our existence, experience transcendence and merge with the Cosmos and the Universe in order to finally understand who you are.

Despite the fact that prudence is fundamental, the King of Cups (tarot) relies more on intuition, denying rationality as a principle and method of cognition.

Sensuality

Sensuality as a need, as a characteristic, as necessary condition. There is another interpretation that the King of Cups (tarot) takes on. The importance of the need to express what is inside, to release feelings, thoughts and sensations. This can be creative self-expression in art (painting and music) as the creation of something new, or the personification of a state of mind in something already created. The material form, in essence, can be anything - from the usual types of creation to healing and psychology.

Mastery

Amateurism is something that the King of Cups tarot does not tolerate. The meaning and interpretation speak of mastery, in which there is no place for neglecting the basics of creation. Otherwise, the King becomes a charlatan, and instead of uniting with the Universe, he receives the mark of a victim.

Projection onto reality

IN real world The King of Cups is a leader, the main thing actor in the story. He appears as a wise and influential man, whose justice knows no bounds. A kind of King Solomon. Let's look at the King of Cups tarot in various layouts.

Job

If the King of Cups (tarot) card appears for work in a reading, the meaning: work requires not only physical effort, but also mental investment. The phrase “Love what you do” is very true to this moment. Most likely, the person being told fortunes is feeling cramped at the moment; he is burdened by the scope of his responsibilities and limitations in his activities. He tries to break the given patterns - and this is the right decision, but not quite correctly expressed. It is important to find harmony within yourself in order to understand what to strive for.

What do tarot cards say about the future?

The meaning of the King of Cups can be more accurate - to prophesy changes, a transition to a new job, or But even here the card gives a positive meaning - it is these changes that will help a person reveal himself as an individual, realize himself in what the soul really requires. The entire Universe will strive to ensure that all talents and abilities are truly manifested.

Business

The King of Cups also guarantees profit in business - but only if the person to whom the fortune is told does not shoulder everything - this is a bad strategy. It’s not for nothing that the King has wisdom and support. If he appears in a reading, a similar person will soon appear in reality (or is already somewhere in the environment). Don't be afraid to trust him.

How to recognize the King?

The King of Cups in the environment is the one to whom the person is sincerely attached. This may be the result of long-term acquaintance or unexplained trust. But if the soul reaches out, the tarot says - trust your intuition, and it will not let you down.

Consciousness

Sigmund Freud also spoke about the power of the unconscious self, and the King of Cups only echoes him - claiming that it is time to turn to yourself. We already have everything we need. Somewhere deep inside, long forgotten, which simply needs to be found right now. Sometimes, in order to understand what is wrong now, you need to return to the origins, to the moment when everything was as it should be, and this “wrong turn” will reveal the secret. This can be expressed in the analysis of your thoughts and feelings, as well as dreams.

Love

Well, we’ve come to the topic that is most often guessed at - personal relationships. They are always very multifaceted and ambiguous, which is why for the King of Cups (tarot) card, the meaning in relationships is always interpreted differently, depending on the personality of the one who is being told fortunes, and his characteristic features(and relationship traits, of course).

The blossoming of feelings

The positive aura of the King of Cups also extends to the personal sphere. In it, she personifies the flowering of feelings and mutual understanding. The latter, by the way, is even more influential: after all, understanding and accepting what is happening in the soul of a partner is the key to true happiness. Knowing what fears torment him, what doubts bother him, you can help him, add another link to a strong chain of trust.

Romantic period

The King of Cups tarot has quite a significant meaning in love. He predicts the onset of a favorable period for partners. The king denies constraint in expressing his feelings, placing special emphasis on the fact that there will be a lot of sentimentality during this period - and this is only for the better.

Secret admirer

What about those who are not in a relationship? What then does the King of Cups (tarot) mean? The meaning for the future and in this case is more than positive - they are in love with you. Moreover, the feelings are nurtured by a very kind and sincere person who wants only the best. It is likely that his sympathy is mutual.

Family atmosphere

But personal relationships, love, are not always passion, they are also warmth, respect and trust. These qualities later help the couple build a family, isn’t this what the King of Cups (tarot) is hinting at? The meaning in a relationship can be ambiguous, this has already been mentioned in this article - for example, it may hint that you should treat your relatives (everyone without exception, and not just your partner) more warmly, and devote more time and attention to them. “The most important thing is the weather in the house,” isn’t it? It’s worth figuring out who is really important and worth it.

Inverted position

A card may appear in a reversed position, including the King of Cups reversed tarot card. Tarot meaning in relationships, work and other areas will also be different.

You shouldn’t despair right away, because a revolution is not a complete negative, but just another symbolism.

General interpretation

Let's start, as expected, with general description inverted King of Cups. Even in this position, he retains his authority, but nevertheless, he has one clarification - his influence should be used more wisely, and be more attentive. The effectiveness of leadership must also be monitored at all times.

Job

The meaning of the King of Cups (tarot) in its work is as follows: the person being told fortunes is required to have exceptional prudence, since the cards show large financial losses. It is possible for an individual to avoid them (partially or fully), but only the inverted King does not give the slightest chance to seek help; the one to whom it fell must own the Cup. Become a sage yourself, soberly assess your abilities, develop a strategy and firmly follow it. Find calm, take a deep breath, and go on your way.

Love relationship

Unfortunately, in this area everything is not as good as we would like if the King of Cups is reversed. In a relationship, this indicates fatigue and exhaustion of feelings. The King prophesies failure for family people, and for lonely people the possibility of a liar appearing on the horizon who can significantly ruin their life.

the Forbidden fruit

The King of Cups in an inverted position can also represent the person with whom the one who received this card will fall in love. And although, perhaps, this person himself will not carry any negative message, at the same time he will become forbidden fruit- you shouldn’t love him, feelings will be to the detriment of your own interests.

Health

The King of Cups does not bode well for health either. Decline of both physical and spiritual strength, predisposition to diseases, especially of a nervous nature.

High-profile case

The King's inversion to some extent distorts his aspects of character - for example, calmness. After all, if this card fell out in this way in the layout, it may mean that the one to whom the fortune is told will soon be involved in some high-profile case, most likely a scandal involving dirt, gossip and intrigue. It’s not a particularly pleasant prospect, but it’s unlikely to be avoided. The only thing you can do is avoid a significant loss. Make a point of keeping it all to yourself without worrying about reputation and keeping everything that really matters.

Dark side

Sometimes the King of Cups in a reversed position is also associated with many human vices and bad habits. With this card in the layout, it is not recommended to throw away your trust: you should expect hypocrisy and a double game. During this period, the rule “Think with your own mind” works well. It is important not to listen to anyone, and also try not to succumb to the influence of others and learn to recognize attempts at manipulative control.

The person being told fortunes should avoid alcohol, drugs and other addictive substances.

Interaction of the King of Cups with other cards

Usually the King of Cups carries positive meanings, but there are several categories of cards, when paired with which it prophesies negative changes in life. These are the ones that in themselves are a bad sign.

King+Hermit

The King paired with the Hermit suggests that the one who is being told fortunes severely limits himself. It's time to think about whether it's worth stopping resisting possible happiness?

King+Hanged Man

A very bad combination that speaks of betrayal. And, as we know, it is difficult to survive and impossible to forgive.

King+Devil

The Devil card changes the King in a negative way and enhances these negative traits. This combination speaks of harmful addictions that need to be gotten rid of. For example, it could be alcoholism or any other addiction.

King+Tower

The combination of these two cards speaks of personality destruction, apathy and self-destruction. They can manifest themselves in different ways: actively and passively, openly and imperceptibly even for the person himself. That's why tarot cards focus on this.

King+Seven, Nine, Ten of Wands

In the case of the Seven, the one who is being told fortunes will have to gather his strength in order to defend his ideals. He should also beware of slander against himself.

Nine with the King will mean disapproval from others. Also, these two cards in combination indicate creeping stress.

The Ten of Wands also does not bode well if it appears in a reading together with the King of Cups. Among other things, they predict emotional depression and failure in new endeavors.

King+Knight of Wands

The Knight of Wands is a very strong card. Therefore, in combination with the King, she only gains more and more strength. As a result, these two cards give a hot head, inconsistency in actions, extreme stubbornness, and, most importantly, flight from oneself. The latter is increasingly subject to consideration. After all, as you know, you can’t run away from yourself. Because wherever you go, you take yourself with you. And this fuss does not lead to anything good, it only confuses more and more, until, finally, it will be completely impossible to get out of this web.

Positive combinations

With other cards, the King helps the questioner realize his abilities, make his wildest dreams come true and discover new talents in himself.

For example, when combined with the Fool, this card speaks of healing the inner self, the child that each of us was and still is, even if we forget about it so often.

And the Lovers card continues to fulfill its purpose, indicating future warm feelings.

Creative sparks in combination with the King are caused by the Ace and Page of Wands, as well as the bright Sun card.

Reciprocity is carried by two Kings at once - Wands and Cups. These two wise rulers judge everyone fairly, which is why equality can be expected from them. The same can be said about the combination of the card in question with the Court card.

Finally

To summarize, we can say that the King of Cups card is a card of positive qualities. Depending on when and in what scenario it fell, you need to either look for such a “wise ruler” in your environment, or cultivate one within yourself.

You should be careful if the King falls in an inverted position, and also pay attention to what cards it appeared in combination with in the layout.

It's also worth remembering how powerful this card is. For example, its influence may be higher than the influence of negative but weak cards.

The meaning of the King may vary depending on the layout - for the most popular relationship layout, for example, the interpretations are very numerous. Their choice depends on many factors: what position the questioner is in, and what he himself wants. This or that meaning may seem good to one and a terrible punishment to another. This applies to all areas.

With the major arcana, this card retains its positive meaning, and the one who is being told fortunes can hope for good luck and success. In general, the main features of the King of Cups, such as calmness and prudence, are attractive and deliberately projected towards the achievement of set goals.

Tarot - ancient magic. Each symbol has a certain meaning encrypted, and the cards themselves still help today to open the veils of secrets and accept right decisions. Tarot interpretation is not difficult. It is enough to study the meaning of the major arcana, as well as the “minor secret deck”. For example, the symbol of the King of Cups, the interpretation of which will be related to the theme of fortune telling.

The meaning of the suit of cups

The tarot deck is divided into two groups. The first consists of the major arcana, and the second includes the minor ones, divided into four parts. Each of them is a suit, each is responsible for its own “specialty” - a certain area of life.

The suit of cups, also called goblets, is an intangible symbol. This is the sphere of feelings. The responsibility of the suit lies with any experience experienced by a person, his emotions and intuition.

IN playing cards the cups correspond to worms. Like the cups themselves, they are identified with the zodiac element of Water. Often, court cards of this suit directly indicate a person born under water constellations. This could be Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.

The suit of cups has cards with positive and negative values. Human thoughts are not always noble, which explains the presence of symbols with negative meanings.

This suit is responsible for warm feelings - affection, love, desires and passion. This also includes negative ones - fear, anxiety, pride. However, cup cards never describe a specific event. They only personify a person’s feelings and his experiences regarding something. That is why in any scenario it is extremely important to interpret the symbols adjacent to the cups, since they are the ones who will indicate what will lead the questioner to the described emotions.

King of Cups Tarot

The map shows a throne standing in the middle of the sea. A middle-aged man sits on it. The character holds a scepter and a cup in which fire burns. Outwardly, the man is serious, his gaze is directed to the horizon.

However, weapons are scattered at the foot of the throne, and the tense position of the legs indicates the person’s readiness to rush into battle. A full cup, which is also flaming, personifies the fullness of feelings and sensations.

The man on the throne is filled with emotion, allows him only to create the illusion of calm, hiding the hurricanes raging inside. Moreover, the battle into which he is ready to rush will certainly be won. This is evidenced by the symbol of the zodiac sign Pisces, located on the man’s chest.

Often the King's card is identified with the profession of an artist, psychologist or doctor. His work is very responsible, but the man copes with it easily. His sphere of activity is the sea on which the throne stands. Bodies of water have long been used to depict the emotional sphere.

The card embodies responsibility not only for one’s feelings, but also for the experiences of others. This is the ability to empathize and selflessly help others.

The lasso is in the correct position

The King of Cups represents depth of feeling, intuition and strong emotions. Often the card falls to those who are able to help people without expecting any return. The symbol represents selfless charity.

Brief description of the symbol:

Reasonable actions;
Empathy;
Ability to listen and advise;
Pleasant appearance;
Search for a chance to realize;
Strengthening feelings in a couple;
Respectful attitude;
Confidence;
Favorable period.

In addition to interaction with others, the card also signifies a feeling of anxiety that does not allow a person to remain in one place. He is ready for change at any moment, rebelliously looking on the horizon for his chance to change his fate.

As a court card, the King means a person who has reached middle age or an elderly man. His social status is high. It is possible that This character was born under the sign of Scorpio, although it could be Pisces or Cancer. The scope of this person’s activity is hardly ordinary. Most likely, he is interested in some occult knowledge, fine arts, music, or is associated with psychology.

Often the card also describes a certain opportunity that will soon present itself to the questioner. The major arcana in the reading reinforce this meaning. The magician indicates the opportunity to reveal your inner potential. The Hierophant symbolizes some deep knowledge and inner enlightenment.

Interpretation in the wrong orientation

In the wrong position, the King of Cups card symbolizes an event that will lead to an outburst of emotions. This is a storm of excitement, indignation, resistance. Most likely, a conflict is brewing. It is possible that the querent will become a victim of deception or fraud.

Brief description of the card:

In some cases the card indicates advice that will lead to unpleasant events. The Chariot in the scenario speaks of the inability to make reasonable decisions on your own.

Another interpretation of the King is dependence on certain emotions. A person is at the mercy of experiences. He is confused in his own feelings, and also pays too much attention to other people's moral teachings and advice.

The presence of the Hermit next to the King of Cups will be eloquent. This combination demonstrates a person’s desire to forget himself by drinking alcohol.

Financial issues, career and work

In the work scenario, you need to pay attention to the orientation of the lasso. In different positions the card will have a different meaning. The correct position of the King is more favorable, but the reversed card carries an equally important warning.

Straight lasso King

The King in a reading about work indicates the correct distribution of forces between work and personal life. A person does not mix these areas, setting priorities correctly. Advancement up the career ladder is slow, but this state of affairs suits the querent.

The card often falls to a person who does not strive to occupy a leadership position. He enjoys his work and does not need laurels. If the symbol falls on a wealthy person, then he does not skimp on helping others, actively engaging in charity work.

If the alignment was carried out in order to find out advice, then tarot indicates the need to escape from the series of everyday work and look at your situation from a new angle. Perhaps you should try your hand at something completely different. What the soul secretly lies to attracts the querent.

Neighboring cards will indicate the correct interpretation. For example, the Wheel of Fortune speaks of a lucky chance for which fate advises the questioner to grasp without hesitation. Justice advises not to waste time on trifles and act globally. The sun speaks of creative potential that awaits realization.

Indirect King Card

In the wrong position, the King of Cups warns of a certain risk associated with transactions and cooperation. The querent may invest in a hopeless idea or simply become a victim of scammers.

The card symbolizes an unhealthy atmosphere in a team or between partners. At the same time, someone higher in rank is trying to demonstrate their authority in unacceptable ways. In combination with the Three of Swords, the King speaks of a dangerous situation that could result in dismissal. The Six of Swords demonstrates the ill will of employees towards one of their colleagues.

Fortune telling about personal relationships

In any position, the King of Cups tarot, whose meaning in relationships is twofold, means an abundance of feelings and emotions. However, what these emotions will be is dictated by the orientation of the symbol. The two positions of the card have radically different interpretations.

Favorable interpretation of the symbol

When properly oriented, the King of Cups has beneficial implications for relationships. It indicates true and deep feelings in the union. This is sincerity and trust. Both partners are truthful and willing to share their experiences. The card also represents sexuality, which is fully realized in relationships.

The King of Tarot Cups speaks about a favorable period in love. Its meaning in a relationship is good, since both partners are ready to understand and accept their other half for who they are. Lovers are not tormented by doubts and fears. Both trust each other.

The Emperor in the reading indicates the desire to start a family. The world speaks of a high level of relationships and a desire to work on oneself. Two of Cups - a feeling of unity with a partner, karmic “halves”.

Tarot deck warning

If in a love reading a reversed King of Cups card was received, then the relationship that interests the questioner is ruled by insincerity. If the question was asked about a new acquaintance, then the deck indicates pretense and the desire of this person to seem like the wrong person who he really is.

You should be wary if the relationship is developing well and too quickly. Most likely, the querent is not telling something. In some cases, the tarot forecast concerns the near future, where a partner may be in the grip of drug or alcohol addiction.

The Hanged Man in the reading warns of his partner’s infidelity. The Judgment card reminds that the questioner will be treated the same way he treats his soul mate. And, accordingly, vice versa.

Forecast for the next day

As a card of the day, the King of Cups acts as a positive symbol. Tarot advises to release your emotions and listen to the voice of your heart. You should turn to your true desires and coordinate your plans for this day with them. Does the questioner really want what he is going to devote the day to?

Often such a card foreshadows a meeting with a certain man. Communication may be short-lived, but it is possible that it will last for for a long time. In any case, this meeting will be karmic, and the new acquaintance himself will play a huge role in the querent’s life.

Description of health condition

In a health reading, the King of Cups speaks of a speedy recovery. It also represents strong immunity and the ability to cope with illnesses.

In an inverted position, the symbol indicates a waste of precious strength. At this point, the body is exhausted. The nervous system was especially badly damaged. The harmful effects of toxic substances cannot be ruled out.

Combination of the King of Cups with the Major Arcana

It is quite difficult to interpret a card without interpreting the neighboring arcana in the deck. The symbol that is recommended to be read along with other arcana in fortune telling is the King of Cups. Combining it with the trump lassos will help clarify the interpretation of any alignment.

Card combination:

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The meaning of the king of cups (cups) in the upright position

Attachment to one's own home. Help, understanding, responsibility. The end of the crisis, obstacles overcome, very favorable circumstances. Loving person, strong family relationships. The King of Cups tarot represents a fair, kind and honest man or a situation of fairness and honesty.

person interested in art and science
a powerful man of mature age, good advice
businessman, lawyer, doctor, church minister, people of art and science
powerful intuition, friend of the questioner

The Tarot card King of Cups (of Cups) represents an intelligent, respected person in adulthood, a specialist or entrepreneur who occupies a high position. His calm, attractive appearance often hides strong passions that he keeps in check. That's why he seems indifferent and dry. However, this person could give the Client good advice on a professional basis on a very important matter.

The King of Cups Tarot is a fair and honest man who is well disposed towards the Questioner. Responsible and mature, he shows fatherly feelings towards the Questioner. He is intelligent, probably also well-mannered and well educated; he is a master and has the connections you need at the moment.

The appearance of the King of Cups in a Tarot reading indicates that he wants to help you or will be willing to do so if you ask him for help. If this card does not represent a certain person, then the situation itself implies justice, honor and understanding, reason and reasonable actions; in other words, it is power fairly used.

The meaning of the king of cups (cups) in an inverted position

A sign of loss. Deceit, deceit, dishonesty. Broken relationships. A powerful person will make your life difficult. For your own benefit, you should not get close to this person, nothing good will come of it.

a powerful, ambitious person who occupies a high position, always pursues his goals, cautious and ruthless
deceit, dishonesty, threat, unrighteousness, scandal, hefty loss
dishonest, two-faced person, scam

Like other court cards of this suit, the reversed King of Cups (King of Cups) Tarot signifies deception and insincerity. Intelligence and influence are combined in his personality with dishonesty and dishonesty. The card means that the Client is in serious danger from such a person. The surrounding cards may tell you which side to expect trouble from, so you can be on your guard. In general, you should avoid such a person.

The reversed King of Cups Tarot is a deceitful person who cannot be trusted. A dishonest scammer who will outsmart you or cause you to lose out in your personal life or career. Injustice, vice, scandal loom on the horizon.

Note that the negative interpretation of the figured cards remains positive in its own way. The cards indicate that someone will appear whom you will love, whom you will trust, although you should not do this for your own benefit.

Inner meaning. Given to understand the straight position of the map

The King of Cups of the Tarot should resemble the father that he is, benevolently disposed towards the Questioner. If this is not your father, then he is indeed fulfilling the role of a fair and loving father, or has performed it in the past. He is the one for whom you feel sincere affection, the one who feels sincere affection for you. This is a person you can trust absolutely; he loves the Questioner, treats his affairs and concerns kindly and with understanding.

According to most interpretations, the Tarot card King of Cups (of Cups) is a well-mannered and cultured person; interested in science and art, has creative potential. If this card does not represent a specific person, then the circumstances themselves are very favorable for everything you have in mind.

In his description of the King of Cups, Waite does not focus on all the symbols present on this card. And perhaps most importantly, he does not mention the one hanging on the King's chest. It is believed that the images of the court cards in the Waite-Smith deck were largely influenced by legends from the cycle of King Arthur. And the card represents the Fisher King, whose figure plays an important role in the search for the Holy Grail.

Special attention should be paid to his chain mail stockings. This detail does not give anything to understand the map, but such stockings were in fashion during the era of the first crusade.

Keywords

Creative talent
Rich imagination
Moodiness
Indulgence
Narcissism
Selfishness

Key Ideas

Enjoying life
Creating beauty
Working with your “I”
Ignoring others (yes, sometimes the ability to ignore others turns out to be incredibly important for preserving oneself).

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Basic meaning

In terms of meaning, the Tarot card King of Cups (of Cups) is a complex and multi-valued card. The simplest way to understand it is selfishness, self-love, self-indulgence. But it also brings beauty to life, fills it with emotions, and gives fun. Without the King of Cups, life turns into a routine, a monotonous existence.

Even more important is the King of Cups' focus on himself. On the one hand, such fixation often produces an unpleasant impression. On the other hand, in a situation where a person has experienced severe mental trauma, when his psyche is on the verge of destruction, focusing on himself and his experiences turns out to be the only possible way to preserve himself. The hero of the card does not lose heart under any circumstances. Nothing can shake his faith in successful outcome affairs and their own exclusivity. And this is worth learning from him.

Meaning in relationships

The meaning in a relationship, whatever it may be, is that the Tarot card King of Cups (of Cups) is such that he behaves like a little capricious child to whom the whole world owes. A good illustration of this behavior is Carlson, who lives on the roof. The most insignificant action done by him should be immediately appreciated. And the rating is not lower than the highest. This behavior is very correct for children during the formation of their personality, but not entirely adequate for adults.

He knows how to take very well, does not know how to give and share at all, and does not at all value what he receives from others.

Open-hole card

The love tarot meaning of the King of Cups is an extremely open card. Others are of little interest to him, but he is ready to generously share his own emotions with everyone.

Relationship intensity

The King of Cups indicates a very intense relationship. There are too many emotions. They are too bright and demonstrative. In general, the word “too” perfectly describes the King. Against the background of his emotions, ordinary emotions are perceived as something faded, unsaturated, and inferior.

Map as a scenario for relationships: love, family, relatives, work

Whatever relationship scenario is played out, there are always two components in it. Firstly, narcissism, and secondly, “compulsion to joy.”

The most insignificant action performed by the King is the subject of his pride and joy. And those around him should immediately appreciate his actions. This behavior is correct, healthy behavior for a child. Being egocentric, these individuals often prefer not to grow up. And on this basis, demand evidence of love for them from those around you.

In combination with the Major Arcana

In combination with the card: A very strong positive emotional experience awaits you.
In combination with the card: Take care of yourself wisely.
In combination with the card: Please note that your self-esteem is not high enough.

Psychological condition

He is self-confident to the point of overconfidence. He has no doubts about his attractiveness, chosenness, and genius. He believes that he should rightfully own all the best: food, clothes, women, cars. The best, in his understanding, is richly decorated with rhinestones, sparkles, tinsel and other attributes of good taste.

A fair amount of optimism and healthy egoism helps the King of Cups to survive almost any adversity, quickly recover from failures, and instantly crowd out negative events and his own mistakes from memory. Sometimes it seems that he and the feeling of guilt have never met each other.

The King of Cups generously shares his excellent mood with others, regardless of their desire.

The card indicates joy. The king willingly shares his joy with those around him. The problem is that he understands joy solely as what makes him happy, without taking into account how others will react to it. The reaction of others is the last thing he cares about.

The King of Cups does not consider it necessary to restrain or hide his emotions. Those around him should know about his emotions immediately.

In combination with the suit of Staves

S: To maintain your good emotional state, ignore external events.
S: Today's emotional incontinence will lead to tomorrow's difficulties.
S: The combination of the King of Cups and the Page of Staves indicates serious problems in relationships.

In matters of health

The hero of the card is prone to not being very careful with his health. Drunkenness, gluttony, excess. Despite this, he has excellent potential.

For treatment, the King of Cups prefers drugs that are not so much effective as those that have good PR. A good example of working with such drugs is described in Wells' novel Tono-Bengue.

The trends for recovery are positive.

In combination with the suit of Cups

S: Sexual adventures are possible in the near future.
S: You should think about finding your “I”.
S: Great love.

In matters of business and finance

Business cards are usually associated with the show. Or any business that the King of Cups is involved in turns into a show. Neither king usually experiences financial difficulties. Each of them knows how to find money, but does it in their own way. The King of Cups generates positive emotions and receives dividends from this process. They make excellent salespeople. At the time of sale, they sincerely believe that their product is truly the best and has no competitors.

But in pursuit of tinsel and external shine, the King of Cups can lose touch with reality and forget about what is really important. For example, about the modernization of machine tools.

Stability, controllability, controllability

All kings are about control, management, stability. This is their main quality.

Ways to Increase Income (Key to Increasing Income)

The Show Must Go On. The question is not what you sell, but how you do it. Show, circus, organization and participation in cult. mass events. Toastmaster at a wedding, showman: all the people are having fun and rejoicing. Selling artificial fun, euphoria (fair, carousel). Including the means to bring the population to the desired cheerful state.

General state of finances and trends of changes

All kings are in normal condition. But it is determined not by a specific amount, but by a rare ability to find a way out of difficult situations. There may not be money in the pocket, but kings formulate the task very clearly, and the Universe responds more readily to the requests of kings than everyone else. Therefore, they rarely worry about their financial situation, and it works. The King of Pentacles may have an increase in income in the future, while the King of Swords will have a stable position, without any special ups and downs. But there is a danger of mindless spending for the King of Cups. A person has poor control over himself and the situation; he lives by momentary emotions and desires.

Positive and negative impact of the card on income

The meaning of the Tarot card The King of Cups in work and for business is an excellent card.

In combination with the suit of Swords

With the card: Focus on the external manifestation of emotions blocked internal development.
With the card: Joy outside, fear inside.
With the card: Terrible optimism is balanced by desperate pessimism.

It's time to celebrate.

Card of the day Caution

Your displays of emotion are annoying to those around you.

In combination with the suit of Pentacles

With the card: Material happiness lies ahead.
With a card: Why not be happy if the house is a full cup?
With card: Eloquence is the key to success.

Questions to ask when drawing a card

Do those around you rejoice with you and the way you do?
What is the state of your “I”? Is it healthy or painful?
How long have you been happy with your own successes?
How important is the opinion of others to you?

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Basic meanings of the card in the upright position:
1. empathy;
2. selfless help;
3. courtesy;
4. calm appearance and emotional character;
5. act wisely;
6. the desire to find an activity that will reveal our full potential and allow us to develop our abilities;
7. appeal to your inner world, work with the subconscious;
8. blossoming of feelings between partners, complete mutual understanding;
9. romantic period of relationships;
10. imagination;
11. respect, trust;
12. elegance;
13. responsibility, reliability;
14. listening skills;
15. favorable circumstances.

Basic meanings of a card in an inverted position:
1. attack of melancholy, despair;
2. scandal, deception;
3. loss of something important;
4. bad advice;
5. intrigue;
6. immaturity;
7. deceptive appearance;
8. betrayal, violence;
9. laziness, weakness;
10. swindlers, swindlers;
11. indulgence;
12. drugs, alcohol;
13. self-deception;
14. power, ambition.

He's the same Pharaoh or Lord of Cups.

In the hands of the King is a cup in which fire is burning. His feelings are too strong for him to remain calm. Another moment - and he will rush towards the storm. The calm period in his life was over. But on the Pharaoh’s chest is an image of Pisces, a symbol of power over water element: He will defeat her.

Often this is an artist, writer, perhaps a psychotherapist or occultist who enjoys fame and respect. He has taken on difficult responsibilities, but he is capable of them.

King Ludwig II of Bavaria, a fine connoisseur of music and patron of the composer Wagner, however, committed suicide (by drowning in a lake).

In the upright position - empathy (the ability to empathize), selfless help, kindness.

In an inverted position - an attack of melancholy and despair. “What is the comforter crying to heaven about? So that he does not seek consolation himself! (A. Crowley). Or: the help and courtesy will not be given to you.

(E. Kolesov “The ABC of Tarot”)

DESCRIPTION: The King's throne is strong and stable, even though it stands on a stormy sea. Dressed in a long robe, the King in right hand holds a large goblet and a short scepter in his left. Around his neck is a gold chain with the image of a fish. On the right, in the distance, a ship is visible, and on the left, a dolphin jumps out of the water. Elements: Air-Water.

EXPLANATION: The King of Cups is an honest and just ruler, knowledgeable in business, law and theology. His calm appearance hides his emotional nature. He is responsible for his actions. Pulling this card means that you too have reached a level of emotional maturity and stability and are acting intelligently rather than impulsively. You are willing to mute your emotions to help others.

MEANING OF THE REVERSED CARD: You may be involved in some kind of scandal, deception, or exaggerated form of dishonest or fraudulent behavior. There is a high chance that you could lose something significant.

SELF-DEVELOPMENT LESSON: You must eliminate outdated ways of thinking and develop your self-knowledge. Once we have mastered our emotions, we are able to think rationally.

(N. Drewry “Tarot. Step-by-step study guide”)

The King of Cups personifies the masculine aspect of the element of water, our desire to acquire transcendental experience, to liberate ourselves from the shackles of consciousness and mystical unity with the beginning, with the Cosmos (or take any other designation for what there are no words for in our languages). He knows that these spheres are closed to rational knowledge, and that only those who have learned to rely on their intuition and are ready to trust the Cosmos and its currents can penetrate them. In addition, the King of Cups signifies the need to express our feelings, give free rein to our intuition, and embody the images of our subconscious in music, poetry or other material form, including in the form of healing and psychotherapy. However, if this process of incarnation slides into amateurism, that is, into ignorance of the basics of the matter or neglect of them, the King of Cups turns into a preacher of other people's values, or even simply into a charlatan; Such a “retrograde” misunderstanding of the basic laws of existence makes him a toy of cosmic forces, and sooner or later he finds himself a victim of other people’s intrigues.

JOB: A period when we feel that, in addition to pure craft skills, we need a soul in our work. In practice, this is expressed in the fact that the given framework seems cramped to us, we introduce our own ideas and break templates - even if this is expressed only in the fact that we begin to make jokes about the assigned task. This card can also mean that we want to leave this job or change our occupation altogether, start doing something that will give our abilities the opportunity to truly manifest themselves. This applies primarily to professions related to art, healing and social rehabilitation.

CONSCIOUSNESS: In the area of consciousness, the King of Cups means, first of all, our turning (returning?) to our inner world, working with our own subconscious. We seem to “awaken” and train psychic abilities and finally determine exactly what place we occupy in the overall structure of the Cosmos. This card can also serve as an indication that we have finally trusted our inner world and are seriously engaged in analysis. own dreams, ancient myths or images of the collective unconscious.

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS: On a personal level, this is a time of blossoming of feelings, when we understand more than ever what drives, doubts and fears torment our partner, and how we can help him as the closest being in the world. Thus, the King of Cups most often signifies a favorable, “romantic” period in a relationship, when we are not shy about expressing our feelings and are ready to understand and accept the feelings of our partner, although sometimes it seems too sentimental.

Kings in Tarot

The Four Kings correspond to the four fixed signs of the Zodiac: Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius. Kings can represent both real people in your life and different aspects of your personality. Kings are father figures and usually symbolize mature men, leaders or bosses. Compared to Pages and Knights, Kings represent situations to a lesser extent. In the case where Kings are interpreted as aspects of a person’s personality, they reflect his willpower, initiative, principled actions, and ability to resolve problems. Kings also signify fame, public recognition, honor, awards and celebrations. Two or more Kings in a reading can sometimes symbolize the meeting of several men.

King of Cups upright

Key words and phrases: Help. Feelings. Imagination. Respect. Confidence. Courtesy. Understanding. Elegance. Responsibility. Reliability. Secrecy. Generosity. Wisdom. Culture. Kindness. Sophistication. Required awareness. Professionalism. Dignity. Restraint. Protection. Interest. Upbringing. Care. Healing. Empathy. Good advice. Ability to negotiate. Good listener. Trusted friend.

Situation and advice: A cultured and educated person will listen to you and give good advice. You may need to be able to listen to one of your friends or loved ones. You are now in a situation where you are expected to show concern or empathy. You will find understanding in a mature, emotionally stable man. Perhaps your father or the man who replaces him will play a significant role in the upcoming events of your life.

People: Your father. An educated, cultured, well-read man. A mature, emotionally stable person who is easy to communicate with. Professional. A person whose advice you can trust. Bachelor. Someone who enjoys taking on extra responsibility. A man who is associated with law or religion. A man with dignity. Calm, kind, respected, trustworthy, empathetic person who knows how to give good advice. Tailor. Teacher. Someone who is interested in art and science. A person whose profession involves helping or caring for others. An ideological person. Good doctor. Judge or lawyer. Businessman. Adviser. Good friend. The person conducting the negotiations. Artist. Someone who understands subconscious urges. A person whose life is full of emotions.

King of Cups reversed

Key words and phrases: Bad advice. Intrigue. Danger. Immaturity. Nervous behavior. Deceptive appearance. Baseless assumptions. Double game. Scam. Losses. Force (power) involved. Deception. Dishonesty. Insincerity. Self-deception. Fraud. Tangled connections. Manipulation. Indulgence. Betrayal. Violence. Unreliability. Laziness. Weakness. Selfishness. An unquenchable thirst for power. Actions with the intent to hurt. Evasive behavior. Sexual exploitation. Alcohol or drug abuse. Addiction. Dependent behavior. Unbridled narcissism. Too good to be true.

Situation and advice: Professional advice may not be reliable. Someone can use you by playing on your emotions in order to achieve their own goals. There is a danger that you will become a victim of a scammer or scammer. Beware of a charming man who tries to drag you into a dubious enterprise: as a result, you may suffer. Remember that if an offer sounds too good to be true, then it is not worth accepting.

People: Narcissistic personality. Manipulator. Rogue. People who care only about themselves. A person who has no qualms of conscience. A lazy person, too self-indulgent. People who overindulge those they love. Those who play with the emotions of others to achieve their own goals. Antisocial personality. A person who can betray or mislead you. Scammer. Dishonest person. Misogynist. Those who enjoy inflicting emotional pain on others. Alcoholic or drug addict. Gigolo. A person who lies to himself about his own feelings and perhaps reinforces this self-deception with alcohol, drugs, sexual excesses and senseless antics.

The meaning and inner meaning of the lasso King of Cups

Direct interpretation:

Blond, Fair man, Honesty.
Integrity, Art, Science.

Other meanings of the King of Cups tarot in the upright position:

person interested in art and science
powerful man of mature age, good advice
businessman, lawyer, doctor, church minister, people of art and science
powerful intuition, friend of the Questioner

The King of Cups Tarot card represents an intelligent, respected person in adulthood, a specialist or entrepreneur who occupies a high position. His calm, attractive appearance often hides strong passions that he keeps in check. That's why he seems indifferent and dry. However, this person could give the Client good advice on a professional basis on a very important matter.

The King of Tarot Cups is a fair and honest man who is well disposed towards the Questioner. Responsible and mature, he shows fatherly feelings towards the Questioner. He is intelligent, probably also well-mannered and well educated; he is a master and has the connections you need at the moment.

The appearance of the King of Cups in a Tarot reading indicates that he wants to help you or will want to do so if you ask him for help. If this card does not represent a specific person, then the situation itself implies justice, honor and understanding, reason and reasonable actions; in other words, it is power fairly used.

Interpretation in an inverted position:

A person in office.
Dishonest man.
Extortion, Extortion, Injustice, Robber, Thief, Fraud.
Vice, Depravity, Scandal.

Other meanings of the reversed King of Cups tarot:

a powerful, ambitious person who occupies a high position, always pursues his goals, cautious and ruthless
deceit, dishonesty, threat, unrighteousness, scandal, hefty loss
dishonest, two-faced person, scam

Like other court cards of this suit, the reversed King of Cups Tarot signifies deception and insincerity. Intelligence and influence are combined in his personality with dishonesty and dishonesty. The card means that the Client is in serious danger from such a person. The surrounding cards may tell you which side to expect trouble from, so you can be on your guard. In general, you should avoid such a person.

Inner meaning

The King of Tarot Cups should resemble the father that he is, benevolently disposed towards the Questioner. If this is not your father, then he is indeed fulfilling the role of a fair and loving father, or has performed it in the past. He is the one for whom you feel sincere affection, the one who feels sincere affection for you. This is a person you can trust absolutely; he loves the Questioner, treats his affairs and concerns kindly and with understanding.

According to most interpretations, the King of Cups Tarot card is a well-mannered and cultured person; interested in science and art, has creative potential. If this card does not represent a specific person, then the circumstances themselves are very favorable for everything you have in mind.

Sources:

N. Drewry “Tarot. Step-by-step guide to learning"
E. Kolesov “The ABC of Tarot”
Unknown author "Initial information for reading tarot cards"
H. Banzhaf “Tarot Self-Teacher”
Anthony Lewis "Tarot, plain and simple"

Minor Arcana Tarot card King of Cups (of Cups)

Description of the Tarot card King of Cups

In most decks, the King of Cups tarot card shows a mature man sitting on a throne. Sometimes the throne stands on the seashore, and sometimes it floats on the water. Almost always the King is depicted without armor or only wearing breastplates. In one hand he holds a goblet and in the other a scepter. The man's posture expresses ease, strength, calmness and self-confidence.

General meaning and interpretation of the King of Cups Tarot card in fortune telling and readings

Direct card position

In the upright position, the King of Cups card speaks of conscious and consistent progress towards your goal, surrounded by supportive people. Indicates understanding, leadership, friendship and help. The Arcanum may mean that in order to successfully resolve the current situation, you need to take on the role of a voluntary leader who understands the problems of others. Perhaps now is the time to provide help and support to your loved ones to resolve their various spiritual and emotional problems.

Reversed card position

When appearing in an inverted position in fortune telling or readings, the King of Cups can mean a loss that will cause a flurry of negative emotions, or involvement in some kind of scandal, deception or scam due to a tendency to listen excessively to the opinions of others and act on someone else's orders. The card is sometimes interpreted as insincere or simply bad advice, as well as an inability to make mature decisions.

The meaning and interpretation of the King of Cups card in fortune telling and layouts for work, business and career

Direct card position

In this area, the King of Cups in an upright position indicates significant progress, career advancement, and appointment to a leadership position. Sometimes - receiving significant financial profit. In some cases, the Arcanum should be taken as an indication of the opportunity to break out of the routine of everyday work and look at your activities from a different perspective, or even change your profession to a more interesting one.

Reversed card position

Appearing in a fortune-telling or reading in an inverted position, the King of Cups warns of unpromising, and sometimes even related to fraud or violation of the law proposals. The lasso can also indicate unhealthy relationships in a team, humiliation from management, and unfriendly attitude of colleagues.

The meaning and interpretation of the King of Cups card in layouts and fortune telling for health

Direct card position

Good health, full recovery in case of illness.

Reversed card position

Exhaustion of the body, tendency to hysteria, nervous disorders. Dangerous cases of liquid poisoning are possible.

The meaning and interpretation of the King of Cups card in fortune telling and layouts for love and relationships

Direct card position

In fortune-telling and layouts for love and relationships, the King of Cups card in an upright position speaks of the blossoming of feelings, when partners understand each other more than ever: they know about all the hopes, desires, doubts and failures and can help in difficult times. The lasso symbolizes the peak of romanticism and the period of ideal relationships, the willingness to accept a partner as he is, to support him with all his might, eliminating doubts, complexes, and fears. Sometimes the card is interpreted as a readiness to start a family.

Reversed card position

When reversed, the King of Cups indicates that one of the partners in the alliance is using their attractiveness to achieve personal goals, and too favorable developments in the relationship are usually too good to be true. When divining for a new acquaintance, this card should be taken as a warning that first impressions are often deceptive.

The meaning and interpretation of the King of Cups card in layouts and fortune telling for personality assessment

Direct card position

When upright, the King of Cups is a middle-aged man (at least 40–45 years old) with light brown hair or an older man, probably born under the sign of Scorpio, Cancer or Pisces. This is a kind, noble and generous person, a fair friend and authoritative adviser, creative, aware of the responsibility for what he does. Often the card indicates a scientist, a thoughtful person. Sometimes this person may simply be a businessman or a person whose activities are somehow related to the law. It is possible that this is a clergyman, a philosopher; perhaps a man who has reached high academic degrees. This is a likable, reliable person, kind, attentive to others, and forgiving of their minor sins and shortcomings. This is a person about whom they usually say that he does not and cannot have enemies.

Reversed card position

When reversed, the King of Cups describes a person who is capricious, changeable and indecisive. He is often pompous and likes to promise more than he can deliver, or he is too lazy to take action. This is a dishonest swindler who can become a cause of loss for the fortuneteller in his personal life or career. You should be careful with such a person and move away from him to a safe distance as soon as possible.

Meaning and interpretation of the King of Cups card as a card of the day

Today you need to consciously manage your feelings, giving them free rein. Don't hide your emotions, but try to show the other person how much you love him, what problem bothers you or what matter worries you most. If you have a clear goal before your eyes, you will very soon see that emotions and rich imagination only help you achieve it faster. It is possible, however, that life path You will meet a sensitive, handsome man, or he will simply play an important role for you today. In any case, meeting him will delight you and enrich you in many ways.

Advice from the King of Cups card in fortune telling and readings

Weigh each step carefully, without allowing confidence and understanding to blind you. Even the most obvious things and decisions at first glance need careful checking and thought.

Minor Arcana Tarot. Cups

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Key meanings of the King of Cups in the upright position:

emotional balance and control;
generosity;
caring, friendliness, compassion;
diplomacy, tact;
honesty, loyalty;
creation.

Key meanings of the Tarot card in reverse position:

capriciousness, inconstancy;
manipulation of emotions;
deceiver, fraud;
excessive emotionality;
apathy.

The King of Cups sits on his throne, which sits on a gray stone block. The sea is raging around him, but he looks calm, relaxed and quite content. Around his neck is a chain with a pendant in the shape of a fish.

Fish is a symbol of spirit and creativity. It represents the balance between the unconscious and consciousness.

The King of Cups does not suppress his emotions and unconscious impulses. On the contrary, as a mature person, he learned to accept and manage them. He is balanced and emotions do not overwhelm him.

Emotions are a powerful force and they are truly beautiful when their energy is pure and flows freely. However, the King of Cups realizes that this power could become potentially dangerous if it gets out of control. Even the energy of love can become a crushing force.

In the midst of stormy waves, the King calmly waits for the water (emotions) to calm down. He doesn't panic. When the storm subsides, the tide will bring him back to shore.

King of Cups (Chalices) – personality characteristics

The King of Cups approaches everything calmly and carefully. Sensitive to the needs of others, he strives to help in any matter. Good listener. His wisdom and ability to hear what matters most make him an excellent advisor. You can trust him with your secrets. He will keep them and will not judge you.

Because he is in control of his emotions, it gives him the ability to remain objective and impartial when it comes to the emotions of others. He doesn’t take sides, so you can rely on him to judge fairly.

Although characteristic features The King of Cups is tenderness, sensitivity and kindness, this does not mean that he is weak. Behind his soft appearance hidden deep inner strength and wisdom. This king is powerful and strong. But he does not feel the need to show it, because he is in harmony with himself and the world.

King of Cups (of Cups) - meaning and interpretation in the upright position

The King of Cups, like the other court cards of the suit of Cups, signifies emotion, creativity and the unconscious. However, unlike the Page, Knight or Queen of Cups, the King is much more emotionally reserved.

He is the master of his feelings and emotions. But this does not mean that he suppresses them. He simply learned to control them through self-discipline. Understands that giving in to feelings or giving in to emotions can be unwise or even dangerous. Thus, it symbolizes the balance between emotions and reason.

This is an example of compassion and kindness. In a reading, the card often indicates a strong bond in a relationship based on restraint and understanding.

Sometimes the King of Cups Tarot can represent an older man who will appear in your life or who is already present and influencing the situation. He is kind, considerate, generous and ready to help. Not afraid to take responsibility. Able to listen carefully to others.

Calm in critical situations. He uses diplomacy rather than force. This person shows you generosity, mercy, love, care. Provides assistance.

Often in layouts it personifies a father, guardian, patron, relative, husband (wife) or simply a person who treats the questioner in a fatherly way.

In addition to indicating a person, in fortune telling the King of the Cups suit can say that you feel emotionally balanced and have a calm attitude towards current events. This emotional maturity will help you cope with problems that arise.

If you encounter difficulties, this Tarot lasso can also be interpreted as advice to calm down and create balance in the sphere of emotions. You must clearly understand where the line is that you cannot cross on an emotional level. Feelings should not interfere with making a reasonable decision.

The King of Cups is extremely diplomatic and correct. He has a real talent in resolving conflicts and smoothing out tense situations. Attentive to the emotional state of others and their needs. This allows a large number of people to interact harmoniously and productively.

However, the presence of the King of Cups in a reading may suggest that you should not reveal your true feelings about a situation. Sometimes you should be careful and not rush to help. In some cases it is appropriate to show compassion, while in others it is better to pretend that you do not know or understand anything.

One of the interpretations is intuition. Rely on the subconscious when making decisions. Trust your feelings. Deep religiosity. Old-fashioned views on life.

Reconciliation, resolution of contradictions. Peacemaker. A faithful friend who you can always rely on and who will come to the rescue in difficult times. wise advice, support, consolation. A situation of justice and honor.

When divining the development of a situation, it gives a favorable prognosis. Your plans have every chance of coming true. Help will be provided to you when needed. But then it depends on you or other circumstances whether you achieve what you want or not.

King of Cups (of Cups) - meaning and interpretation in an inverted position

In the reversed position, the King of Cups can be seen as a manipulator. He is gloomy, touchy, vindictive and withdrawn. Especially if something doesn't happen the way he wants. Can be vindictive. Capable of emotional manipulation and emotional blackmail to get what he wants.

Communication with such a person brings you a feeling of insecurity. It starts to seem like the problem is you, not him. This causes emotional instability, leading to worries and worries. Although in reality there is no reason for this.

The reversed King of Cups can also represent a person who has lost control of their emotions. Now it is not he who controls his feelings, but feelings and emotions that control his life. Mood swings. Depressive state.

All sorts of addictions are associated with this inverted King: smoking, drugs, alcohol, overeating, dependence on other people's opinions. Indulge in illusions, abuse alcohol, or use other methods of escaping reality.

In a relationship, a reversed card says that you have reached a dead end, emotions are getting out of control. You are unsure of your true feelings, they seem to change every day, leaving you completely confused. Your partner is in the same state, because he cannot understand your behavior. When today I “love”, and tomorrow “I don’t love”. Today there is a rise, and tomorrow there is a decline.

The cup in the hands of the King symbolizes feelings. If in the upright position the lasso speaks of compassion, then in the inverted position it is indifference, lack of compassion and empathy, indifference, betrayal.

A warning that someone is trying to take advantage of you or that someone is not who they say they are. Fraud. Embroilment.

The implementation of the plan is delayed. You won't get the help you expected.

King of Cups (Chalices) – relationships and love

The card symbolizes a deep feeling based on devotion and trust. The period of an ideal relationship. Peak of romanticism.

The King of Cups aims to marry for life and will be faithful and devoted. He is caring and tries to protect his partner from any unpleasant situations. Always takes into account the feelings and opinions of others when making decisions.

Wants to have a big family. Loves children and allows them almost everything. Participating in the process of their upbringing gives him joy. Happy to share the hassle associated with night feedings and diapers.

He tends to avoid conflicts or difficult situations, preferring to gently find solutions to any problems that may arise. Gallant and courteous. Romantic.

The King of Cups is a homebody. Prefers to spend time with family. He is a hospitable host and loves to receive guests. As an art connoisseur, he loves visiting exhibitions and going to theatres.

In an inverted position, it can indicate emotional coldness in a relationship. Cooling, lack of romance, problems in sex life. The surrounding cards will help you tell more accurately whether this is the end of a relationship or just a temporary situation.

The Reversed King is a seducer or a person who pretends to be in love. Control over a partner, skillful manipulation of his emotions. Deception, treason. Marriage swindler.

The person symbolized by this lasso in the reading is capable of violence. At the same time, no one expects this from him. In society, he can be nice and make a pleasant impression. However, behind closed doors everything changes and he becomes terrible. Home tyrant.

Work and career

This is a professional in his field. He is distinguished by his compassion and desire to help those in need. Therefore, in matters of profession, the card can mean activities related to psychology, social work, guardianship, medicine, raising children, law, and charity.

One of the meanings is strong intuition, spiritual development. Accordingly, a person can find himself in healing, esotericism, lean towards the occult, or go into religion.

They walk along the map Creative skills, rich imagination. Thus, the lasso can mean various kinds of activities related to the demonstration of one’s talents. For example, music, painting, cinema, theater.

Activities related to the sea or water. Other suitable activities are diplomat or consultant. It may also be associated with the catering industry, hotel business or wine industry.

Work is more for the soul, not for money. Success in business or project success thanks to intuition, calmness, wisdom, diplomacy.

A friendly boss who strives to create a harmonious atmosphere in the team.

IN reverse position The King of Cups signifies a swindler, a corrupt official or an embezzler. Dishonest businessman. Work that does not bring pleasure, but is performed for financial gain. Unpromising proposals. Unfriendly relations in the team.

Short description

In his description of the King of Cups, Waite does not focus on all the symbols present on this card. And perhaps most importantly, he makes no mention of the fish hanging on the King's chest. It is believed that the images of the court cards in the Waite-Smith deck were largely influenced by legends from the cycle of King Arthur. And the card represents the Fisher King, whose figure plays an important role in the search for the Holy Grail.

Special attention should be paid to his chain mail stockings. This detail does not give anything to understand the map, but such stockings were in fashion during the era of the first crusade.

Keywords

Creative talent
Rich imagination
Moodiness
Indulgence
Narcissism
Selfishness

Key Ideas

Enjoying life
Creating beauty
Working with your “I”
Ignoring others (yes, sometimes the ability to ignore others turns out to be incredibly important for preserving oneself).

Basic meaning

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Even more important is the King of Cups' focus on himself. On the one hand, such fixation often produces an unpleasant impression. On the other hand, in a situation where a person has experienced severe mental trauma, when his psyche is on the verge of destruction, focusing on himself and his experiences turns out to be the only possible way to preserve himself. The hero of the card does not lose heart under any circumstances. Nothing can shake his faith in the successful outcome of the matter and his own exclusivity. And this is worth learning from him.

Meaning in relationships

He knows how to take very well, does not know how to give and share at all, and does not at all value what he receives from others.

Open-hole card

The love tarot meaning of the King of Cups is an extremely open card. Others are of little interest to him, but he is ready to generously share his own emotions with everyone.

Relationship intensity

Map as a scenario for relationships: love, family, relatives, work

Whatever relationship scenario is played out, there are always two components in it. Firstly, narcissism, and secondly, “compulsion to joy.”

In combination with the Major Arcana

King of Cups combined with the Major Arcana

In combination with the Lovers card: A very strong positive emotional experience awaits you.
In combination with the Hermit card: Take care of yourself wisely.
In combination with the Hanged Man card: Please note that your self-esteem is not high enough.

Psychological condition

The King of Cups generously shares his excellent mood with others, regardless of their desire.

The King of Cups does not consider it necessary to restrain or hide his emotions. Those around him should know about his emotions immediately.

In combination with the suit of Staves

King of Cups combined with the suit of Staves

From 8 Staffs: To maintain your good emotional state, ignore external events.
From 10 of Staffs: Today's emotional incontinence will lead to tomorrow's difficulties.
With the Page of Staves: The combination of the King of Cups and the Page of Staves indicates serious problems in the relationship.

In matters of health

The hero of the card is prone to not being very careful with his health. Drunkenness, gluttony, excess. Despite this, he has excellent potential.

For treatment, the King of Cups prefers drugs that are not so much effective as those that have good PR. A good example of working with such drugs is described in Wells' novel Tono-Bengue.

The trends for recovery are positive.

In combination with the suit of Cups

King of Cups combined with the suit of Cups

With 2 Cups: Sexual adventures are possible in the near future.
With 8 of Cups: You should think about finding your “I”.
With the Lady of Cups: Great love.

In matters of business and finance

But in pursuit of tinsel and external shine, the King of Cups can lose touch with reality and forget about what is really important. For example, about the modernization of machine tools.

Stability, controllability, controllability

All kings are about control, management, stability. This is their main quality.

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General state of finances and trends of changes

Positive and negative impact of the card on income

The meaning of the Tarot card The King of Cups in work and for business is an excellent card.

In combination with the suit of Swords

King of Cups combined with the suit of Swords

With the 2 of Swords card: Focus on the external manifestation of emotions has blocked internal development.
With the 9 of Swords card: Joy on the outside, fear on the inside.
With the Page of Swords card: Creepy optimism is balanced by desperate pessimism.

It's time to celebrate.

Card of the day Caution

Your displays of emotion are annoying to those around you.

In combination with the suit of Pentacles

King of Cups combined with the suit of Pentacles

With the Ace of Pentacles card: Material happiness lies ahead.
With the 10 of Pentacles card: Why not be happy if the house is a full cup?
With the Knight of Pentacles card: Eloquence is the key to success.

Questions to ask when drawing a card

Do those around you rejoice with you and the way you do?
What is the state of your “I”? Is it healthy or painful?
How long have you been happy with your own successes?
How important is the opinion of others to you?